On the Doorframes

On the Doorframes | Navigating Education Choices | Episode 20 Jun 12, 2024

In this episode, John and Courtney delve into the complexities of educational choices and the pressures parents face. They reflect on their own homeschooling experiences and discuss the importance of tailoring education to each child's unique strengths and needs. With a focus on fostering curiosity and a strong sense of identity, they explore how to navigate the comparison game and the societal pressures that come with education. Join them as they share insights and strategies for making educational decisions that truly benefit your child's growth and development.

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On the Doorframes | Reflecting on Two Decades of Parenting | Episode 19 May 29, 2024

In this episode, John and Courtney celebrate a significant family milestone—their oldest child turning twenty—and reflect on the evolution of their parenting journey. They share their family tradition of expressing appreciation and love, highlighting how these moments reinforce family bonds and set a foundation for future relationships. The discussion delves into the importance of being role models within the family, emphasizing that influence starts at home and expands outward. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of growing with your children, learning together, and the profound impact of nurturing respectful and loving relationships within the family.

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On the Doorframes | The Heart of Discipline Shift | Episode 18 May 22, 2024

In this episode, John and Courtney wrap up their discussion on discipline, focusing on the deeper purpose behind guiding children. They emphasize the transformative approach of parenting not as a way to enforce behavior but as a means to nurture the true potential within each child. By sharing their personal experiences and challenges, they illustrate how discipline is less about control and more about companionship and growth, allowing children to flourish into their best selves. This conversation invites listeners to rethink discipline as a supportive journey shared between parent and child.

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On the Doorframes | The Behavior vs Heart Shift | Episode 17 May 15, 2024

In this episode, Courtney and John dive into the heart of parenting, exploring the crucial difference between enforcing behavior and nurturing a child's inner values. They discuss the importance of understanding and connecting with children on a deeper level, encouraging open and honest conversations that go beyond mere rule-following. This episode challenges listeners to look beyond superficial obedience to foster genuine understanding and lifelong principles in their children.

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On the Doorframes | The Power Struggle Shift | Episode 16 May 08, 2024

In this episode, Courtney and John discuss redefining discipline, moving away from establishing dominance to fostering trust and understanding. They emphasize the importance of modeling submission to authority through love rather than fear, focusing on long-term trust rather than immediate obedience.

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On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Discipline | Episode 15 May 01, 2024

In this episode, John and Courtney discuss the importance of setting boundaries while maintaining warmth and understanding. They emphasize the significance of guiding children through love and discipline, avoiding extremes, and the critical role of time in nurturing relationships.

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On the Doorframes | The Siblings Can’t Be Friends Shift | Episode 14 Apr 24, 2024

In this episode, John and Courtney talk about intentionally fostering strong friendships between siblings, rather than accepting sibling rivalry as the norm. They discuss creating an environment that allows these bonds to develop naturally through unstructured time together, starting from a young age.

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On the Doorframes | The Scarcity Mindset Shift | Episode 13 Apr 17, 2024

In this episode, John and Courtney encourage creating a family environment where siblings don't need to compete or tear each other down, but can develop compassion, understanding and the ability to encourage one another's unique strengths.

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On the Doorframes | The Sibling Conflict Shift | Episode 12 Apr 12, 2024

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode twelve! John and Courtney discuss how to make a shift in how you think about sibling conflict.

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On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Sibling Relationships | Episode 11 Apr 03, 2024

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode eleven! John and Courtney discuss a new way to look at sibling relationships!

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On the Doorframes | The Us Vs. Them Shift | Episode 10 Mar 18, 2024

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode ten! John and Courtney discuss the us vs. them shift!

On the Doorframes | The Follow My Lead Shift | Episode 9 Mar 18, 2024

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode nine! John and Courtney discuss the follow my lead shift!

On the Doorframes | The Parent Pride Shift | Episode 8 Mar 18, 2024

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode eight! John and Courtney discuss the parenting pride shift!

On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Parenting | Episode 7 Mar 18, 2024

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode seven! John and Courtney discuss a new way to look at parenting!

On the Doorframes | Anger in Parenting - Part 2 | Episode 6 Apr 25, 2022

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode five! John and Courtney discuss anger in parenting Part 2!

On the Doorframes | Anger in Parenting - Part 1 | Episode 5 Apr 18, 2022

Welcome to On the Doorframes episode five! John and Courtney discuss anger in parenting. Is there anger in your house? is anger bad? Is it our responsibility to make anger go away? Or do we need to learn how to manage it?